Taye Taiwo

Nigerian footballer, AC Milan defender

Taye Taiwo - Nigerian footballer, AC Milan defender
Born

April 16th, 1985
39 years ago

Category

Athletes & Sports Figures

Country

Nigeria

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A former professional footballer from Nigeria, played as a left-back. Began career at Lobi Stars before moving to the European club scene. Spent several successful years at Olympique de Marseille, winning multiple Ligue 1 titles and the Coupe de la Ligue. Transferred to AC Milan and also played for clubs like Qadsia SC and FC Zurich. Represented Nigeria in international competitions, including the FIFA World Cup and the Africa Cup of Nations.

Won Ligue 1 with Olympique de Marseille

Played in the FIFA World Cup 2010

Competed in the Africa Cup of Nations

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